{"title":"Lois Hechenblaikner","description":"\u003cp\u003eLois Hechenblaikner's works explore the rich tapestry of traditional and folk cultures, with a particular focus on \u003cem\u003eVolksmusik\u003c\/em\u003e. His thoughtful examinations offer readers insights into the social and cultural significance of music in shaping community identities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders drawn to Arts \u0026amp; Culture will find Hechenblaikner's books both enlightening and evocative, blending ethnographic detail with a deep appreciation for heritage and artistic expression.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"volksmusik-by-lois-hechenblaikner-9783958291751","title":"Volksmusik","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor twenty years now, Lois Hechenblaikner has been photographing the fans at Austrian folk music festivals. On his travels, he has visited more than a hundred festivals, open-air concerts, and fan gatherings. Hechenblaikner's particular passion is the people who undertake long journeys, sparing no expense, just to get that little bit closer to their idols. It's a phenomenon which sociologist Gerhard Schulze describes as \u003cem\u003eHarmoniemilieu\u003c\/em\u003e, where the desire for a perfect world becomes one's sole and strongest driving force—one longs for a feeling of security and above all the chance, be it only for a few hours, to leave all the problems of the world behind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHechenblaikner sees August Sander as an important role model for his work: both follow the motto \"see, observe, think.\" In \u003cem\u003eVolksmusik\u003c\/em\u003e, Hechenblaikner employs this approach as well as the possibilities of large-format photography to create a typology of the public at folk music festivals. With careful precision, he documents the facial expressions, gestures, and clothing of his various protagonists, revealing their mentalities and life stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47428431380716,"sku":"9783958291751","price":85.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9783958291751.jpg?v=1774496725"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/lois-hechenblaikner.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}